WBC will be held at Lancaster Host Resort in Lancaster,
PA.
(Use MapQuest, below, or the driving directions available here.)

Please note that the Host is not ADA compliant with adequate facilities for the disabled. Those who wish to attend in spite of this will be accommodated to the best of BPA's abilities with tables in alternate rooms when we are given sufficient notice. Direct questions to the Convention Director at conventiondirector@boardgamers.org.

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Approximate distances are as follows:

Harrisburg - 50 miles
Philadelphia - 70 miles
Baltimore - 95 miles
Washington, DC - 130 miles
New York - 180 miles
Pittsburgh - 250 miles

Access by car is easy and
parking is ample and free.

For
assistance with carpooling from an airport, contact travel@boardgamers.org with
expected arrival and departure times.

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Sun Air offers several round-trip flights daily between Lancaster and Washington Dulles airports for about $100 roundtrip. NOTE: The
hotel offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to and from the Lancaster
(LNS) airport. Anyone who would like to use this service should advise the
hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their
reservations and AT LEAST 24 hours (but not more than
one week) PRIOR to arrival.

The closest
airport with the best access is Philadelphia. From the Philadelphia
airport, take the Septa Airport Line to the 30th St. Station, where Amtrak runs 10 trains daily
to and from Lancaster for about $30 (round trip).
It is also possible to fly into BWI airport in Baltimore and into
Harrisburg. NOTE:
The hotel offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to and
from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would
like to use this service should advise the hotel of their arrival times
AFTER booking their reservations and AT LEAST 24 hours (but not more than one week) PRIOR to arrival.

Accommodations

Lancaster
Host Resort -
The BPA recommends the Lancaster Host, where all the WBC
tournaments will take place. Be sure to mention World Boardgaming
Championships to get the most favorable rate. Rate includes free daily breakfast buffet.

Lancaster Host is nearly sold out for WBC 2015. Those seeking a room with a single bed can often be accommodated. Ask to be added to the Waiting List in order to be contacted in the event rooms become available as a result of cancellations. If you requested a reservation for 2015 during WBC and you do not receive confirmation in a timely manner, contact the Host directly.

NOTE:
Call the Lancaster Host Reservation Line in order
to reserve your room. DO NOT use the on-line reservation
system, as it will not provide you with the contracted rate or
count towards BPA’s roomblock obligations.

The Host is not ADA compliant with adequate facilities for the disabled. Those who wish to attend in spite of this will be accommodated to the best of BPA's abilities with tables in alternate rooms when we are given sufficient notice.

Rate
is subject to a Pennsylvania occupancy tax, which is currently 11%.

One
night's deposit, $126.54, which will be credited to the guest’s
last scheduled night of stay, is required with each reservation. Deposits
can be made with a check, money order, or credit card. Credit
cards are charged immediately. Cancellation
30 days prior to arrival at no penalty (deposit will be refunded). Any
reservations canceled after 30 days prior to arrival will forfeit
one night’s deposit.

As
there is a $50 fee for early check-out, ensure that the dates
of your stay are correct when you check-in.

FOREIGN
GUESTS: As the hotel does not offer foreign exchange, be sure to visit
the Foreign Exchange Office at the airport where you arrive, use a local
ATM, or visit a local bank or American Express Travel Office for your
cash needs. There is an ATM in the main lobby of the hotel. While the
hotel accepts major credit cards, BPA does not, so convention registration
and auction purchases must be paid for in American currency or checks
drawn on US banks. There is a $25 charge for any returned check.

OVERFLOW HOTELS: Lancaster Host always sells out early for WBC. Fortunately, there are a number of convenient hotels at every price range within walking distance. We recommend the Continental Inn as offering the best combination of affordability and convenience. BPA has negotiated a favorable group rate with the Continental Inn which offers especially good value for the budget conscious with a free breakfast package. However, WBC occurs during the tourist season and sellouts are common so make your reservations early. Be sure to identify yourself as with the WBC (World Boardgaming Championships) to get our special group rate and credit the conference with your stay.

Continental Inn: The Continental Inn is directly across the street from the Host. The short walk across the street is aided by a newly installed traffic light. The amenities include indoor and outdoor pools and jacuzzi, remote, color cable tv, free wireless internet, refrigerators, coffee makers, and more. A complete, complimentary hot breakfast is included to start your day. (Please note that gratuity is not included.) The special WBC rate is $99 per day plus applicable taxes per single thru quad occuancy with 1 King or 2 Double Beds. Rollaways beds, if requested, $10 additional.

Deposit: A three-night minimum stay is required for this special group rate. One night's deposit will be required upon booking. Deposit is refundable up until 48 hours prior to arrival. Phone 717-299-0421 to make your reservation or email info@continentalInn.com for a callback by the reservationist. Alternatively, you may book on line at http://www.continentalinn.com at the regular rates and identify yourself in the comments as claiming the WBC rate providing you are booking the three-night minimum stay. This offer is valid until July 1, 2015, or our room block sells out, whichever occurs first. This rate covers Pre-Cons and extended stays.

Old Mill
Stream Campground offers more than 160 private camping sites (primitive
to full hook-ups), modern shower and restroom facilities, cable TV and
modem hook-up, gameroom, rental cars, two laundromats, a country store
with LP gas, ice, firewood and other conveniences. Accessible for campers
with disabilities. Pets are permitted on leash. Mastercard, Visa, Discover,
MAC and personal checks accepted.

CANCELLATION
POLICY: CANCELLATION 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT NO PENALTY. CANCELLATION
LESS THAN 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL WILL BE CHARGED FOR ONE NIGHT.

The
best airport destination will vary, depending on your particular carrier
and flight connections. Flying into Philadelphia is generally the easiest
way to get to Lancaster. Travelers planning to use Amtrak to connect
to Lancaster are advised to consult rail schedules before booking their
flights. If you wish to car pool from the
various airports, list your expected arrival and departure times when
you preregister. Preregistration information will be listed closer to the convention.

Cape Air offers five round-trip flights daily between Lancaster and BWI airports for about $50 each way. Cape Air has ticket and baggage agreements with most major airlines. Call Cape Air at 800-352-0714, use Travelocity or Expedia, ask a travel agent, or book online at flycapeair.com.
In addition, Books of 10 one-way tickets can be purchased for a discount. Each coupon is good for any flight, any day, any time. These tickets can be used by individuals, friends, or families for unrestricted travel.
NOTE: The
hotel offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to and from the Lancaster
(LNS) airport. Anyone who would like to use this service should advise the
hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their
reservations and AT LEAST 24 hours (but not more than
one week) PRIOR to arrival.

The closest major
airport is in Philadelphia (PHL);
it is approximately a 60-mile drive to/from the convention site. Information
about rental cars and other transportation options can be found at the
PHL Airport Visitor’s
Guide page. Driving directions are here.
Directions to the convention site via train are here.
NOTE: The hotel offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to
and from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would like to use
this service should advise the hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their reservations and PRIOR to arrival (but not more than one week
prior to arrival).

The next
closest major airport is Baltimore Washington International (BWI)
which is about 90 miles away. Information about rental cars and other
transportation options can be found at the BWI
Airport Ground Transportation page. Driving directions are here.
Directions to the convention site via train are here.
NOTE: The hotel offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to
and from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would like to use
this service should advise the hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their reservations and PRIOR to arrival (but not more than one week
prior to arrival).

The Harrisburg
(MDT) airport is served by several
airlines. It is about 50 miles away.

Currency
Exchange Information

Philadelphia
Airport: P.I.A. Services/Thomas Cook offers passengers foreign currency
exchange. They are located in C Concourse, Terminal A-West, Terminal
A-East and Terminal D. In addition, there are 15 automated teller machines
(ATMs) throughout the airport. Locations
can be found on the Philadelphia
Airport web site under Services.

BWI
Airport: Travelex Business Services Centers offer passengers foreign
currency exchange. One is located behind the Information Desk near
the entrance to Concourse C. The hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. to
8:30 p.m. An additional Travelex Center is located adjacent to the
Garden Court Café in the International Terminal near the entrance to
Concourse E. The hours of operation are 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For
more information call 410-859-4466.

American
Express Travel Offices: There are three offices in Philadelphia
and one office in Baltimore. For additional information, visit the American
Express web site.

By
Car

from Philadelphia
Airport:

Take I-95
SOUTH to Rt. 322 West. Take Rt. 322 NORTH until you reach
Rt. 1. Take Rt. 1SOUTH to Rt. 41. Take Rt. 41 NORTH
to Rt. 30 WEST. The hotel will be on the LEFT.

from
Philadelphia:

Take the
Pennsylvania Turnpike WEST (I-76 WEST) to exit 286 toward Rt.
222 SOUTH. Follow Rt. 222 SOUTH to Rt. 30 EAST. Follow Rt.
30 EAST for 5 miles. The hotel will be on the RIGHT.

from
Baltimore-Washington Airport:

Take
I-195 West to exit #2A towards BALTIMORE (I-695) onto MD-295
NORTH. Take I-83 NORTH for 55 miles. Take exit #21A towards
US-30 EAST/ARSENAL RD. Follow US-30 EAST for 30 miles. The hotel
will be on the RIGHT.

from
Baltimore:

Take I-83
NORTH for 55 miles. Take exit #21A towards US-30 EAST/ARSENAL
RD. Follow US-30 EAST for 30 miles. The hotel will be on the RIGHT.

from
Harrisburg:

Take Rt.
283 EAST to Rt. 30. Follow Rt. 30. The
hotel is on the RIGHT.

from
Pittsburgh:

Take the
Pennsylvania Turnpike EAST (I-76 EAST) to Rt. 222 SOUTH.
Follow Rt. 222 SOUTH to Rt. 30 EAST. Follow Rt. 30 EAST for 5
miles. The hotel will be on the RIGHT.

from
New York:

Take the
New Jersey Turnpike to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. (I-95
SOUTH to I-276 SOUTH to I-76 WEST.) Take exit 286 toward Rt. 222
SOUTH. Follow Rt. 222 SOUTH to Rt. 30 EAST. Follow Rt. 30
EAST for 5 miles. The hotel will be on the RIGHT.

from
Connecticut and Boston:

Take 66
WEST to 691 WEST. Take 691 WEST to 64 WEST. Take 64 WEST
to 689 SOUTH. Take 689 SOUTH to 287 SOUTH. Take 287SOUTH
across the Tappanzee Bridge to 78 WEST. Take 78 WEST to Rt. 222
SOUTH. Follow Rt. 222 SOUTH to Rt. 30 EAST. Follow Rt. 30
EAST for 5 miles. The hotel will be on the RIGHT.

By Train Amtrak

from
the Philadelphia Airport:

From the Philadelphia
airport, take the Septa Airport Line to the 30th St. Station, where Amtrak runs 10 trains daily
to and from Lancaster for about $30 (round trip). The Lancaster Host offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service
to and from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would like to use
this service should advise the hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their reservations and PRIOR to arrival (but not more than one week
prior to arrival).

from BWI Airport:

Regional
Service connects the BWI Airport Rail Station to the Philadelphia 30th
Street Station where you can connect to an Amtrak
train to Lancaster. The
Lancaster Host offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to and
from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would like to use this
service should advise the hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their reservations and PRIOR to arrival (but not more than one week
prior to arrival).

from All Points:

Amtrak’s Northeast
Corridor route stops at Philadelphia's Penn Station, where you can
transfer to the line to Lancaster. The
Lancaster Host offers its guests complimentary Shuttle Service to and
from the Lancaster Amtrak Station. Anyone who would like to use this
service should advise the hotel of their arrival times AFTER booking
their reservations and PRIOR to arrival (but not more than one week
prior to arrival).

Restaurants

Hungry?
The Lancaster Host Resort & Conference Center is home to a wide
variety of restaurants and cafes:

Weather
in Lancaster during summer is hazy, hot and humid. The average high temperature
in August is 83 degrees F (28 degrees C). The average low temperature
is 63 degrees F (17 C).

Many people
fly to WBC and are limited as to what they can carry. But for those
of us who drive, it is a small matter to throw an item or two in the
trunk in case it is needed. We suggest you check the following list
before closing the trunk for departure.

GAMES:
Every year we turn people away from events for lack of games. When
deciding who plays and who does not, the ones who have brought a copy
of the game get preference. Since many of the games played at WBC
are no longer in print, they cannot be bought on the premises. If
you intend to play a game at WBC, especially a two-player game, make
sure you bring it.

SWIMSUIT: A
quick dip in the pool—there is both and indoor and an outdoor
pool—or a relaxing stint in the jacuzzi can cure what ails
you. If the family is in tow, this is a must.

PROPER ATTIRE: Lancaster in the summer is usually a hot, humid
place so visitors should plan accordingly. However, the air conditioning
system can make the ballrooms cool while trying to control temperatures
in the smaller meeting rooms. You may want to pack a sweater.

MEMBERSHIP
OR PRE-REGISTRATION: OK, this isn’t something to bring,
but if you do it before you leave you will:

save
money

spend
less time waiting to register

gain
preferential treatment when GMs consider who gets byes or is
allowed to play when there aren’t enough copies of the
game

generally
make life easier for all concerned

What NOT to Bring

1.
COOLERS: Our hotel contract precludes any of our attendees from
bringing their own food or beverages on site. Hotel security will require
the removal of any coolers found in the various meeting rooms.

2. SMOKING:
Smoking is prohibited in all meeting rooms of the hotel. Attendees who
wish to smoke must do so outside. PLEASE do not open windows to facilitate
smoking.

Other Things to Do

Even if you
play games from sunrise to way past sundown, your friends and family may
want to do a few other things. Lancaster County and the scenic Pennsylvania
Dutch Country is an area that visitors have grown to love. Lancaster County
is one of America's favorite vacation destinations. More than five million
people visit Lancaster County each year.

Golf: BPA will NOT be hosting any type of organized golf outing. However,
WBC attendees are certainly welcome to use the course at their own
discretion. With an 18-hole championship golf course right on property,
the Lancaster Host Resort is the perfect place to bring your favorite
golf partner to relax and play the great outdoors! Green fees including a
cart per person are modestly priced at $49.00 per person and reduced to
$30.00 per person after 1 PM. It is advisable to call the Pro Shop at
717-299-5500, extension 32 to make tee times in advance.

The Pennsylvania
Dutch Country Welcome Center offers an overview of area
attractions. Here are just a few activity suggestions: